What is the cheapest way to get from Cork to Thomastown?

The cheapest way to get from Cork to Thomastown is to bus which costs €16 - €35 and takes 3h 37m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cork to Thomastown?

The fastest way to get from Cork to Thomastown is to drive which takes 1h 53m and costs €23 - €35.

Is there a direct bus between Cork and Thomastown?

No, there is no direct bus from Cork to Thomastown. However, there are services departing from Cork Bus Stn and arriving at Waterford Bus Stn via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 37m.

Is there a direct train between Cork and Thomastown?

No, there is no direct train from Cork to Thomastown. However, there are services departing from Cork and arriving at Thomastown via Portlaoise and Kildare. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 48m.

How far is it from Cork to Thomastown?

The distance between Cork and Thomastown is 158 km. The road distance is 138.8 km.

How do I travel from Cork to Thomastown without a car?

The best way to get from Cork to Thomastown without a car is to bus which takes 3h 37m and costs €16 - €35.

How long does it take to get from Cork to Thomastown?

It takes approximately 3h 37m to get from Cork to Thomastown, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cork to Thomastown bus from?

Cork to Thomastown bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), depart from Cork Bus Stn station.

Where do I catch the Cork to Thomastown train from?

Cork to Thomastown train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Cork station.

Train or bus from Cork to Thomastown?

The best way to get from Cork to Thomastown is to bus which takes 3h 37m and costs €16 - €35. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €29 - €45 and takes 4h 48m.

Where does the Cork to Thomastown bus arrive?

Cork to Thomastown bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), arrive at Waterford Bus Stn station.

Where does the Cork to Thomastown train arrive?

Cork to Thomastown train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Portlaoise station.

Can I drive from Cork to Thomastown?

Yes, the driving distance between Cork to Thomastown is 139 km. It takes approximately 1h 53m to drive from Cork to Thomastown.

Where can I stay near Thomastown?

There are 178+ hotels available in Thomastown.

Cork to Thomastown - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 365 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Cork to Thomastown by bus, train, or car

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Bus
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1. Take the bus from Cork Bus Stn to Waterford Bus Stnbus 40
3h 37m
€16–31
Train
1. Take the train from Cork to Portlaoisetrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Kildare to Thomastowntrain Re / ...
4h 48m
€29–41
Drive 138.8 km
1. Drive from Cork to Thomastowncar 138.8 km
1h 53m
€24–34
Bus, line 365 bus
1. Take the bus from Cork Bus Stn to Waterford Bus Stnbus 40
2. Take the bus from Waterford Bus Stn to Thomastownbus 365 / ...
4h
€25–43

Cork to Thomastown by bus, foot, and train

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3h 37mAverage Duration

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Distance: 158.2 km
Duration: 3h 37m

What companies run services between Cork, Ireland and Thomastown, IE-KK, Ireland?

Expressway (Bus Éireann) operates a bus from Cork Bus Stn to Waterford Bus Stn hourly. Tickets cost €18–26 and the journey takes 2h 15m. Dublin Coach also services this route every 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train from Cork to Thomastown via Portlaoise and Kildare in around 4h 48m.

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